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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-06-28, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2007. Thanks School secretary Diana Dolmage performed the Heimlich maneouvre to dislodge the loonie Brussels Public School kindergarten Cade Patterson had swallowed at lunch. The money, said his mom, had been meant to purchase ice cream. Dolmage downplays the incident saying anyone would have done the same, provided they knew how. “Everyone should take first aid training,” she said. (Bonnie Gropp photo) THE EDITOR, A big thank you to the residents of Brussels from the North Huron Community Foodshare for the donation of food collected in a door- to-door canvas. The seven large bins of non- perishable food collected will go a long way in keeping our shelves stocked over the summer months. Our appreciation and thanks also goes out to the Community Youth Group for their enthusiasm and hard work in collecting the food and to Lori Pipe and Brent Kuepfer for organizing and helping with the canvas. May God bless all of you for your generosity. Sincerely, Pat Nolan, Chairperson North Huron Community Foodshare. Letter to the editorWDCLA clarifies position Letter Foodshare says thanks THE EDITOR,A lot of attention is being given tothe recent labour action by manyCommunity Living Associations in Ontario; and justifiably so. A disruption to the support that people count on to lead full and meaningful lives is truly regrettable. While Wingham & District Community Living Association is staying apprised of the provincial situation we are not currently affected by the OPSEU and CUPE led call to strike action. WDCLA counts among itsgreatest assets, our direct servicestaff. We recognize the dedicationand commitment this group displays everyday as they work to engage people in their communities in respectful and meaningful ways. WDCLA, as a non-union association, has been actively engaged in the pay equity process that has seen a move to align direct service wages with provincial counterparts in the health care and social service fields. As an agency we have been able to access moneythrough other funding avenues thathave been allocated to staff wages inan attempt to remain competitive. WDCLA encourages anyone who has questions regarding our agency to contact our executive directors, JoAnne Davis at 519-357-3562. Sincerely, Connie Goodall, Co-ordinator of Public Education and Community Strategies Wingham & District Community Living Association. Putting your money where your mouth is isn’t always a good idea. Six-year-old Kade Patterson, a kindergarten student at Brussels Public School, began choking during lunch after putting a loonie in his mouth. When it became evident that this was very serious, Kade was taken to the school’s office. “By the time he got there, he wasn’t breathing,” said his mother Tammy. School secretary Diana Dolmage, in the words of principal John Carr, jumped to the rescue and performed the Heimlich maneouver. “What she did was wonderful,” said Carr. Tammy Patterson agrees. “She is my hero. And I think parents need to know that these people have been trained to look after our children.” For Dolmage it was something anyone would have done. “There was quick thinking of everyone’s part,” she said creditting those who got the youngster to the office. But she knows that in some cases such speedy action wouldn’t be enough. “First aid training is something everyone needs to have.” The drama had little effect on Kade whom staff continued to observe through lunch, but was outside playing at the next recess, said his mom. School secretary puts training to use and saves a life WWeeddddiinngg AAnnnnoouunncceemmeenntt John and Marie Vogels of RR 1, Fullarton are happy to announce the marriage of their daughter, Kristen to Chad Fischer, son of Murray and Marlene Fischer of RR 3, Brussels, Ontario. The wedding took place on Saturday, June 23, 2007 at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Parish, St. Marys, Ontario. All our love and best wishes for your future together. "BABY AND I PROGRAM" CLINTON PUBLIC HOSPITAL July 2007, 10:00 - 11:30 CONFERENCE ROOM 2nd Floor WHEN ATTENDING FOR THE FIRST TIME PLEASE REGISTER IN ADMITTING PROGRAM TOPICS: Wednesday, July 4 - CANCELLED Wednesday, July 11 - Infant Massage Wednesday, July 18 - Crying, Sleeping & Your Baby Wednesday, July 25 - Feeding Your Baby For more info call Veronica Farquhar - 519-482-3440 Ext. 6304 Wedding Announcement Shaun Walker and Erin Mitchell were married on March 9, 2007 in Cozumel, Mexico. They are residing in Kirkland Lake, Ontario. Congratulations from your family and friends. By Bonnie Gropp The Citizen BUY? SELL? TRY CLASSIFIED Holiday changes office hours With Canada Day being on Sunday, most businesses will be closed Monday, but not The Citizen. While our Brussels office will be closed Monday for staff holidays, it will be business as usual for staff in Blyth from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Deadline for advertising and editorial submission, however, is 12 noon. For Brussels-area residents, material that is slipped under the office door will be picked up at noon for inclusion in next week’s paper.